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Betancourt reportedly drew interest from multiple teams during the offseason, but his move to Japan could possibly mean he couldn't find a guaranteed major-league offer. He hit .212/.240/.355 with 13 home runs and 46 RBI in 391 at-bats with the Brewers last season.

The Marlins have inquired about free-agent infielder Yuniesky Betancourt, the Miami Herald reports. If signed, Betancourt would likely start at third base for the Marlins.

Betancourt's agent said that his client would have interest in playing in Miami, but he did not comment on the team's reported interest. Betancourt hit .212/.240/.355 with 13 home runs and 46 RBI in 391 at-bats with the Brewers last season.

According to Sportsnet.ca, five teams have expressed an interest in free agent Yuniesky Betancourt.

With the Brewers in 2013, Betancourt played mostly at first base, though the teams currently interested in him want him to play either second or third base. He hit .212 with 13 home runs and 46 RBI this past season.

In addition to first baseman Corey Hart, who was not extended a qualifying offer, Brewers infielder Yuniesky Betancourt and relief pitcher Mike Gonzalez have filed for free agency. The Brewers have expressed interest in re-signing Hart, and he has said he'd be willing to take less to return.